Greek Chicken Orzo Recipe

Name: Greek Chicken Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Or Thighs; 1 whole Medium Sweet Onion, Chopped; 1 whole Green Pepper, Chopped; 4 cloves Garlic, Chopped; 1 whole Lemon, Sliced; 1/4 cups Chopped Banana Peppers; 1 cup Chopped Black Olives; 1/4 cups Chopped Jarred Roasted Red Peppers; 1/2 cups Feta Cheese; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Plus Additional For Cooking Chicken; 1 pound Bag Orzo; 4 cups Chicken Stock; 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 1 teaspoon Black Pepper; 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flake; 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano

Servings: persons

4 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Or Thighs
1 whole Medium Sweet Onion, Chopped
1 whole Green Pepper, Chopped
4 cloves Garlic, Chopped
1 whole Lemon, Sliced
1/4 cups Chopped Banana Peppers
1 cup Chopped Black Olives
1/4 cups Chopped Jarred Roasted Red Peppers
1/2 cups Feta Cheese
2 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Plus Additional For Cooking Chicken
1 pound Bag Orzo
4 cups Chicken Stock
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flake
2 teaspoons Dried Oregano

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Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter in 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
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Add garlic.
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Saute on low.
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Add orzo and cook over medium heat until orzo is golden brown.
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Add chicken stock to the orzo and bring to a boil.
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Reduce to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes.
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Turn off heat and let the pasta rest, covered for 5-10 minutes.
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Sprinkle chicken breasts with kosher salt, pepper, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes.
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Preheat a large skillet.
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Drizzle with olive oil.
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Place the chicken in the pan and place lemon slices on top of chicken breasts.
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Brown the chicken, being careful to place the lemon back on top of the breasts after flipping them.
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3.
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Remove the chicken when done.
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Saute the chopped onions and green peppers in the same skillet.
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Add chopped olives, roasted red peppers and banana peppers.
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Add orzo and mix well.
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Add to a serving platter and add feta cheese.
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Mix well.
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Serve chicken on top of orzo.

780

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

110

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Or Thighs, 1 whole Medium Sweet Onion, Chopped, 1 whole Green Pepper, Chopped, 4 cloves Garlic, Chopped, and more.

Yes, Greek Chicken Orzo falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Greek Chicken Orzo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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